Toledo | Don’t Miss the Former Capital When You’re in Madrid
Folks planning to visit Madrid, make sure not to skip the town of Toledo 🏞️ It’s a melting pot of Christian, Muslim, and Jewish cultures A paradise for museum and church enthusiasts 😌 🚌 Accessible by: Take a bus from Plaza Elíptica Tickets can be bought online or with cash on-site (don’t forget to get a round-trip ticket) 🌟 Attractions Santa Iglesia Catedral Primada de Toledo ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Toledo Cathedral 🎫 €12 for adults, €8 for students (available for purchase on-site) It’s breathtaking The golden ceiling on display was made from the first batch of gold brought back by Columbus (pics 7⃣️8⃣️) Pic 6⃣️ shows The Transparent, where light will shine through refraction onto the Virgin Mary’s statue Museum of Santa Cruz ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An art gallery originally built as a hospital Museo del Ejército (Army Museum) ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great for photos The town is perfect for strolling, beautiful even without visiting the attractions (but the cathedral is truly a must-see) 📸 Photo Spots Recommended Mirado del Valle You can capture the entire cityscape Tips: Everything early 🚌 Get in line early for the bus Once it’s full, you’ll have to wait for the next one Arrive early, or you’ll find the attractions closed (speaking from experience 🙃) #EveryMomentIsWorthRecording #Toledo #SpainTravelGuide #ChronicleOfARomanticLife #Toledo #OffTheBeatenPath #BodyAndSoulOnTheGo #MadridSurroundings #LifeThroughALens #ToledoCathedral